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Posted: August 26, 2025
2025 Women in CRE: Michele Pincus, Esq., H2M architects + engineers
Vice President & Real Estate Market Director
H2M architects + engineers
What skill or quality do you believe is essential for success in your field today?
The ability to bring your own unique experience and perspective is important. My legal background in zoning and land use has been invaluable in managing our Real Estate Market and delivering results to AEC industry clients. It is also vital to have the foresight and creativity to identify trends early on; in our case, championing adaptive reuse in the CRE space and increased multi-family housing has helped define our brand as dynamic professionals with an eye to the future. My leadership skills further inspire others with the tenacity to overcome obstacles and bring these trends to life.
What advice would you give to a woman considering a career in commercial real estate?
My advice to women is to gain as much experience as you can early on and find a mentor to assist you in navigating the ins and outs of the industry. Joining organizations and industry groups will also help expand your horizons and make a name for yourself locally. Commercial real estate is still a male-dominated industry, so it is important to create community with other women and find ways to stand out by being visible and vocal and remaining on top of trends. As you find success in the industry, make sure to pay it forward by supporting the next generation of women in CRE.
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